The Medicine Consult Service evaluation
We see patients at the request of a University of Washington referring provider. Your provider may have referred you to the Medicine Consult Clinic for an appointment prior to your operation.
In our preoperative clinic we perform a medical evaluation. This typically includes a discussion regarding your medical conditions, performing a physical examination, and often performing an EKG. Often we will request additional records from your other providers. We may ask you to undergo further diagnostic workup such as blood tests or imaging studies. Our role is to provide an assessment of your health with regard to the upcoming surgery, and to attempt to reduce potential risks to your health.
We will communicate with your surgeon the results of this evaluation. We will often see you in the hospital after surgery to provide further recommendations if needed.
Your surgeon remains your primary provider. Questions regarding the surgery itself are best directed to your surgery team.
Contact information
Address:
Medicine Consult Service
Surgery Pavilion, 3rd floor.
1959 NE Pacific St. Box 356119
Seattle, WA, 98195
Telephone: (206) 598-5160
Fax: (206) 598-6518
What to bring to your appointment:
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A medication list (include dosages and frequencies) |
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Names and telephone numbers of your providers |
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Cardiac testing, if any has been done (example: cardiac stress test, echocardiogram). We often call your providers for these records, but if you have them it is helpful. |
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A list of your questions, if any. |
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